If you received a New York speeding ticket, you are now facing points, fines and surcharges, potential DMV penalties, and alsoincreased auto insurance Below is a list of New York speeding fines classified by offense and miles per hour over the speed limit.
Speeding Ticket Fines
Every New York speeding ticket carries a court fine, mandatory New York State surcharge and points on your driving record. Below are the fines and court charges associated with the violations These are the fines associated with your ticket for your first speeding conviction. If you are a repeat offender, the range of fines is significantly higher. The fines listed below are for speeding tickets received anywhere in New York State except for the five boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens and Staten Island).
| Violation | Total Fines, Fees & DRA* |
|---|---|
| Speeding 1-10 MPH over limit | $133 – $243 |
| Speeding 11- 20 MPH over limit | $183 – $393 |
| Speeding 21- 30 MPH over limit | $478 – $693 |
| Speeding 31-40 MPH over limit | $718 – $1,143 |
| Speeding 41+ MPH over limit | $943- $1,368 |
*Driver Responsibility Assessment Fee (DRA): If you receive 6 or more points as a result of violations that occurred within an 18 month period you will be subject to an additional fine known as the Driver Responsibility Assessment fee (DRA). When you reach 6 points you will be penalized $300. An additional $75 will be imposed for each point after the 6-point mark. This penalty is paid to DMV and is separate and in addition to the court fines associated with your ticket.
Speeding Ticket Points
| Violation | Points |
|---|---|
| Speeding 1-10 MPH over limit | 3 points |
| Speeding 11-20 MPH over limit | 4 points |
| Speeding 21-30 MPH over limit | 6 points |
| Speeding 31- 40 MPH over limit | 8 points |
| Speeding 41+ MPH over limit | 11 points |
At 11 points the NY DMV will suspend your NY license or NY driving privileges (if you live out of state). Any points accumulated for violations which occur within a given 18-month period count towards suspension. If you have a CDL license or a Junior license, the penalties can be even more severe.
